Grader Operator
Fletcher BuildingHamilton, Waikato, New Zealand
Posted March 20, 2026
60000 - 100000 NZD
Full Time
About the Company
Higgins is a leading construction and infrastructure company, proudly building and maintaining roads, bridges, and civil projects that connect communities across New Zealand.
Job Description
The Higgins Construction division in Hamilton is currently looking for an experienced Grader Operator to join the team. Excellent opportunities to continue to grow your career with Higgins.
Requirements
- Proven experience operating a grader on civil construction projects
- Strong knowledge of materials, methods and tools involved in road construction
- Appropriate licenses (Class 4 + WTR)
- Strong focus on health and safety for yourself, your colleagues and the public
- Self-motivated attitude with the ability to work independently when required
- Good level of physical fitness due to the physical nature of the role
- Reliability, honesty and a flexible, team-focused approach
- Will to be hands on and support the wider team with a variety of construction tasks when needed
Benefits
- Competitive hourly rate
- KiwiSaver employer contribution matched up to 4%
- Permanent role with guaranteed 40 hours per week
- Access to educational funds for you and your children
- Funding for school holiday programmes and tutoring for your children
- Z fuel discounts including a monthly free pie and coffee
